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July 11, 2024

OfficinaRC A800 Titan Body Tuck Screw

In its latest product release, OfficinaRC has added this Titan Body Tuck Screw intended for the Awesomatix A800 1:10 Electric Touring Car. When attention to detail makes all the difference, OfficinaRC offers the highest quality and performance with the screw produced in Italy from certified titanium. Titanium offers superior strength and lightness, improving your model’s performance. A refined look that sets your model apart from others, being produced to high-quality standards ensures long-lasting durability and consistent performance.

Source: Monaco RC [monacorc.com]

July 11, 2024

Japanese Champion Kato joins Infinity Offroad Team

Reigning Japanese 1:8 Offroad National Champion Kouki Kato has announced he has joined Infinity for his nitro offroad programme. The 18-year-old, who last month successfully defended his 1:10 2WD Buggy National title, had already been racing for Infinity in onroad achieving impressive results including making the final at the 2023 IFMAR 1:8 Onroad World Championships. Winning the 2023 JMRCA 1:8 Offroad title without a chassis sponsor, following the recent release of Infinity’s long await first ever 1:8 Buggy, the IFB8, the deal between Kato and the Japanese manufacturer is a logical one.

Source: Kouki Kato [Facebook]

July 11, 2024

Raceform 1:10 Onroad Lazer Rig electronic upgrade

Following on from the electronic operation upgrade of its 1:8 Buggy tyre gluing jig, Raceform has announced that it is now offering an option to upgrade their 1:10 Onroad Lazer Jig. The innovative attachment transforms your existing jig into the first-ever portable, electronically-assisted tyre gluing system which also doubles as Side Wall Gluer. It offers you effortless, consistent gluing as you can focus on applying glue, not turning the wheel. You can also say goodbye to CA glue contact, eliminate the risk of getting glue on your hands. Long gluing sessions become a breeze meaning mo more wrist fatigue. The upgrade is simple with it installed easily on your existing 1:10 Lazer Jig is approx 3-minutes. Once fitted it will work with any power bank, charger, or USB outlet and most RC chargers. The 6500mah Power bank provides 7+ hours of continuous use.

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July 11, 2024

1:5 Large Scale FEMCA International – Announcement

New South Wales Radio Control Racing Car Club has announced the inaugural running of the 1:5 Large Scale FEMCA International at the John Grant Raceway in Sydney on October 23rd to 27th. The club, which did a superb job of hosting the 1:8 GT World Championships last year, was due to host this year’s IFMAR Large Scale World Championship however due to low numbers of entries the race was cancelled. A major disappointment for the Asian Large Scale scene, the club approached FEMCA with the idea that with all the fantastic tracks located throughout the Asia/Pacific that they would try to build 1:5 scale throughout the region, and allow their side of the world to travel to a championships with a lot less cost. Making use of the racing facilities throughout the Asia/Pacific that would only otherwise be chosen on the IFMAR rotation cycle, and, as shown over the past 14 years then get underutilised as the European countries due to cost etc. As a result NSWRCRCC will host the inaugural 1:5 FEMCA International at its track on the week the Worlds was due to be held, providing all competitors who booked tickets/ accommodation a big race meeting.

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July 10, 2024

OfficinaRC Mi9 Titanium Screw Kits

OfficinaRC has introduced nine titanium screw kits specifically designed for the Schumacher Mi9 1:10 Electric Touring Car. Four of these kits are dedicated to the upper part of the model and are offered in two variations: UFS and Skinny UFS. UFS is renowned for its robust look and strength while the new Skinny UFS has smaller head sizes to weigh the same or less than aluminium screws of the same length (approximately 10-30% less than UFS depending on the length). Additionally, there is a lower part kit made of SFS with all OfficinaRC screws crafted in Italy from top-quality certified materials.

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July 10, 2024

Lugz Racing ‘Intimidator’z’ 1:10 Offroad Carpet tyre

Based in Northern California, Lugz Racing has announced the upcoming addition of a 1:10 offroad carpet tyre to its range it is calling ‘Intimidator’z’. Available for both 2WD and 4WD, the rear tyre has a small/medium size lug designed for predictable & consistent long lasting tractions. The newly designed extra low profile front tyre is designed with two different sidewall configurations to utilise depending on the amount of steering and aggressiveness required.

Source: Lugz Racing [lugzracing.com]

July 10, 2024

Factory Team RC10B7 Battery Mount Set

Team Associated’s Factory Team brand has released an upgrade Battery Mount Set for the RC10B7 1:10 2WD Buggy. The set replaces the plastic kit parts with carbon fiber and blue anodised aluminium for a factory look. Screen-printed markings clearly show battery positions and offset direction. Both standard and low-profile standoffs are included to accommodate different battery thicknesses.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]

July 9, 2024

Tekno RC NB48 2.2 1:8 Nitro Buggy

Tekno RC has announced the release of its latest 1:8 Nitro buggy, the NB48 2.2. Following more than two years of rigorous testing and development on tracks across the world, this is the seventh revision of the NB48 series. Leveraging valuable feedback from team drivers and customers, the NB48 2.2 has already proven its potential by clinching the 2024 ROAR 1:8 Fuel Off-Road Nationals and securing podium finishes in seven out of the past ten major US 1:8 events. Key enhancements include the new flex-tuned split design 7075 CNC machined shock towers, which significantly improve traction and predictability, and the new 93.5mm rear universal drive shafts that boost stability and support. Other notable features of the NB48 2.2 include precision molded shock pistons and guides that minimise internal friction for better bump handling, and reduced ackermann spindle plates that provide smooth, predictable steering with enhanced mid-corner wheel support.

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